Ageing Well: Sally Hopkins, Executive Director of Eden Alternative Aus & NZ shares about 3 plagues of nursing homes, intergenerational & cultural spaces

Sally Hopkins is the Executive Director of Eden Alternative Australia & New Zealand. She leads the organization’s efforts to transform aged and community care through a person-directed, relationship-focused approach that aims to eliminate loneliness, helplessness, and boredom among elders. With an MBA and extensive experience, Sally champions cultural change in care environments to create meaningful, empowering communities for older adults

In this podcast we explore the revolutionary Eden Alternative and its impact on aged care. Learn about the philosophy of person-directed care, the challenges of shifting from institutional models to a more humane approach, and the importance of eliminating loneliness, helplessness, and boredom. Hear about real-life examples, cultural differences, and the transformational training methods used by Eden Alternative.